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Sabre Yachts

Boat Builder

Raymond, ME

Sabre has exceptional world-class craftsmen and women in the boat building industry who craft beautiful luxury yachts. Sabre is currently hiring Carpenters and Lamination Techs. Carpenter This ...

Long Lake Marina Inc

Boat Cleaner

Naples, ME · On-site

$16 - $22/hr

Boat Cleaner and Detailer @ Long Lake Marina Company: Long Lake Marina Location: Naples, ME Job Type: Seasonal Pay: $16-$22/hr depending on experince The Role At Long Lake Marina, we take pride in ...

Cigarette Racing

*Boat Finish Associate

Opa Locka, FL · On-site

The ideal candidate will be responsible for applying the final finishing touches to boat surfaces, ensuring a smooth, polished, and visually appealing product. This role requires expertise in sanding ...

Suntex Marinas

Marina Boat Captain

Sarasota, FL

The Boat Captain is responsible for the operation and safety of the property's vessel. This person should work in a safe manner consistence with USCG regulations. Daily maintenance inspections to ...

Sabre Yachts

Boat Builder

Rockland, ME

Back Cove has exceptional world-class craftsmen and women in the boat building industry who craft beautiful luxury yachts. Back Cove is currently hiring Carpenters and Lamination Techs. Carpenter ...

Sims Metal USA

Boat Skimmer Operator

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

As a Boat Skimmer Operator, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of our waterways. Your expertise will contribute to environmental protection efforts while ensuring ...

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How much do boat jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for boat in the United States is $25.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by boat captains when managing a crew on longer voyages?

Boat captains often encounter challenges related to maintaining clear communication and teamwork among crew members, especially during extended trips. Managing fatigue, ensuring everyone follows safety protocols, and resolving interpersonal conflicts are important aspects of the role. Captains must be skilled at delegating responsibilities, monitoring morale, and adapting plans in response to changing weather or operational conditions. Proactive leadership and regular check-ins with the crew are key to a smooth and safe voyage.

What are boat jobs?

Boat jobs refer to a wide range of occupations that involve working on or with boats. These jobs can include positions such as deckhands, captains, engineers, fishing crew, tour guides, and maintenance workers. People in boat jobs may work on commercial vessels, fishing boats, ferries, yachts, or tour boats. The work environment can vary from open water to harbors and ports, and often requires specialized training or certifications. Boat jobs can offer unique opportunities for travel, teamwork, and hands-on experience.

What Are Boating Jobs?

There are many jobs in the boating industry. Some positions are onboard a boat while others are available in boat sales, building, or even repair. Jobs on boats, whether small watercraft or large ships, are plentiful and can include everything from delivering mail to becoming the captain of a vessel. There are many types of captains you could be depending on the vessel, although duties and responsibilities differ for each. Other options in the boating industry include sailing instructor, towboat operator, water taxi captain, tour boat operator, and even yacht delivery driver.

What is the difference between Boat vs Marine Technician?

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CertificationsBoating licenses, safety certificationsMarine certifications, engine repair licenses
Work EnvironmentMarinas, docks, watercraftShipyards, repair shops, on-site at vessels
Industry UsageRecreational and small commercial boatsCommercial ships, yachts, larger vessels

While both roles involve working with watercraft, a Boat typically refers to the vessel itself, often associated with recreational use. A Marine Technician specializes in repairing and maintaining marine engines and systems, often working on larger vessels or in repair facilities. The two roles overlap in industry and certifications but differ in daily tasks and work environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Boat Captain, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Boat Captain, you need strong navigational skills, maritime safety knowledge, and the appropriate captain’s license such as a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, radar, marine radios, and compliance with maritime regulations are essential technical requirements. Leadership, calm decision-making, and effective communication are vital soft skills for managing crew and ensuring passenger safety. These skills and qualifications are crucial to safely and efficiently operating vessels while ensuring compliance and a positive onboard experience.
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Infographic showing various Boat job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,531 per year, or $25.7 per hour.
Boat Builder

Boat Builder

Sabre Yachts

Raymond, ME

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Job description:

Sabre Yachts is a leading manufacturer in building Downeast style motor yachts, based in Raymond, Maine since 1970. Sabre has exceptional world-class craftsmen and women in the boat building industry who craft beautiful luxury yachts.

Sabre is currently hiring Carpenters and Lamination Techs.

Carpenter Job description:

This successful candidate will also have good knowledge of woodworking tools and techniques including; finished trim work, cutting miters and compound miters, scribing, and back cutting. This position requires reading and following boat specs, along with comprehending simple instructions and mathematics skills.

Carpenter Responsibilities Include:

  • Choosing the correct color and grain to match
  • Read and follow specifications to measure and align parts and install into hulls
  • Position parts in specified openings with screws or laminates
  • Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed
  • Cut, shape and sand wood, and other material according to measurements
  • Inspect and fix repairs
  • Milling wood with various machines to boat specs
  • Build component parts and millwork for installation
  • Mixing resins, putties, and catalysts in proper ratios
  • Safe handling of chemicals

Carpenter Requirements:

  • Hands-on experience in working with carpentry materials
  • Excellent understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction
  • Experienced in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (tables saws, power tools, miter saw, ban saw, routers, and measuring tape, etc.)
  • Willingness to follow safety guidelines at all times
  • Ability to work in small spaces
  • Pre-employment physical and background check

Lamination description:

This successful candidate will have good knowledge of hand laminating techniques along with mixing resins, putties, and gelcoats. This position requires reading and following boat specs, simple instructions and mathematic skills.

Lamination Responsibilities Include:

  • Read and follow instructions on positioning fiberglass material
  • Cut, grind, and sand fiberglass parts
  • Care & maintenance of tools
  • Handling pressurized equipment
  • Inspect and execute repairs
  • Mixing resins, putties and catalysts in proper ratios
  • Safe handling of chemicals

Lamination Requirements:

  • Understanding of fiberglass techniques and methods of installation
  • Experience in using hand tools
  • Great hand dexterity and eye for detail
  • Willingness to follow safety guidelines at all times
  • Ability to wear a respirator
  • Pre-employment physical and background check

Sabre offers extensive personal and family benefits including 100% associate paid healthcare insurance, dental & life insurance, paid short-term disability, medical reimbursement, company-matched 401(k), education scholarships, paid time off and more. Sabre’s hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 6 am-4:30 pm.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift

Application Question(s):

  • Are you able to work 10 hour shifts Monday- Thursday?
  • What is your expected salary range?

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Pay Rate $20.00 - $24.00